What is the cheapest way to get from Gotanda Station to Karuizawa?

The cheapest way to get from Gotanda Station to Karuizawa is to train which costs ¥2400 - ¥3400 and takes 2h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gotanda Station to Karuizawa?

The fastest way to get from Gotanda Station to Karuizawa is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs ¥2800 - ¥4200.

Is there a direct bus between Gotanda Station and Karuizawa?

No, there is no direct bus from Gotanda Station to Karuizawa. However, there are services departing from 池袋駅東口（西武観光バスのりば） and arriving at 町役場病院前［軽井沢］（おりば） via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Gotanda Station and Karuizawa?

No, there is no direct train from Gotanda Station to Karuizawa. However, there are services departing from 五反田 Gotanda and arriving at Nakakaruizawa via Tōkyō Station and Karuizawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Gotanda Station to Karuizawa?

The distance between Gotanda Station and Karuizawa is 161 km. The road distance is 165.8 km.

How do I travel from Gotanda Station to Karuizawa without a car?

The best way to get from Gotanda Station to Karuizawa without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs ¥2400 - ¥3400.

How long does it take to get from Gotanda Station to Karuizawa?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Gotanda Station to Karuizawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gotanda Station to Karuizawa bus from?

Gotanda Station to Karuizawa bus services, operated by Seibu bus, depart from 池袋駅東口（西武観光バスのりば） station.

Where do I catch the Gotanda Station to Karuizawa train from?

Gotanda Station to Karuizawa train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Tōkyō Station.

Train or bus from Gotanda Station to Karuizawa?

The best way to get from Gotanda Station to Karuizawa is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs ¥2400 - ¥3400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3100 - ¥4200 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Gotanda Station to Karuizawa bus arrive?

Gotanda Station to Karuizawa bus services, operated by Seibu bus, arrive at 町役場病院前［軽井沢］（おりば） station.

Where does the Gotanda Station to Karuizawa train arrive?

Gotanda Station to Karuizawa train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Karuizawa station.

Can I drive from Gotanda Station to Karuizawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Gotanda Station to Karuizawa is 166 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Gotanda Station to Karuizawa.

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Gotanda Station to Karuizawa - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Gotanda Station to Karuizawa by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Karuizawatrain Hakutaka
2h 50m
¥2,404–3,354
Bus
1. Take the bus from 池袋駅東口（西武観光バスのりば） to 町役場病院前［軽井沢］（おりば）bus 池袋～軽井沢
4h 23m
¥3,168–4,193
Drive 165.8 km
1. Drive from Gotanda Station to Karuizawacar 165.8 km
2h 7m
¥2,878–4,156
Bus via Komoro Station
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Komoro Stationbus To Saku
5h 4m
¥3,683–4,168

Gotanda Station to Karuizawa by train and bus

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4h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 160.5 km
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Gotanda Station, Tokyo, Japan and Karuizawa, Nagano, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Karuizawa every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥2,100–2,900 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Alternatively, Seibu bus operates a bus from 池袋駅東口（西武観光バスのりば） to 町役場病院前［軽井沢］（おりば） 5 times a day. Tickets cost ¥2,900–3,800 and the journey takes 2h 59m.

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